LOCAL EVENTS 2009

May

  • Saint Jean de Côle – Les Floralies – Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th This is one of the prettiest villages in our region on any normal day but during this ‘féte weekend’ the whole village is transformed with an exhibition by artisans and the regions florists.  See here

June

  • Grand-Brassac – Concerts and soirées – From beginning June to End of September – Every Saturday evening at Guinguette de Renamont
  • Verteillac – Sunday 21st An exhibition of old motorcycles takes place from 10am – 4pm at the Place de la Marie.  All types, makes and ages of bike are welcome to take part and prizes will be awarded at 3pm.
  • All Europe – Fête de la musique – Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st Free music events all over France including open air concerts and street music.
  • Bourdeilles – Feu de la Saint-Jean – Monday 22nd The village celebrates the patron saint & summer solstice with a costumed extravaganza and ‘Bal Traditionelle occitan’ with music & fireworks.
  • Bordeaux – Fête du Vin & The River Festival – Thursday 24th to Sunday 27th 2010 A major tourist attraction for wine lovers!  Over 300,000 visitors are expected from all over the world to flock to the quayside’s and follow the 2km trail of festivities day and night. Includes free concerts, fireworks and traditional barrel races.  See here & More details to follow in the coming months…  nb THIS EVENT IS ONLY HELD EVERY ‘OTHER’ YEAR – NEXT ONE IS 2010!!!

July

  • Perigueux – Night Markets (Marché nocturne) – Every Wednesday evening during July & August.
  • Grand-Brassac – Concerts and soirées – From beginning June to End of September – Every Saturday evening at Guinguette de Renamont
  • Riberac – Live music & bands – Every Tuesday Evening Free live entertainment whilst dining or just having a drink alfresco on the streets of Riberac.
  • Riberac – Guided Tours of ‘Open Farms’ – Every Tuesday & Sunday – See The Tourist Information Centre in Riberac for more details!
  • All France – Bastille Day – Tuesday 14th The biggest party in France, a national French holiday to commemorates the 1790 Fête de la Fédération.  Nearly every town and village hosts large firework displays etc.  In the centre of Perigueux the fireworks are over the river and start at 10.30pm.
  • Montagrier – Foire au goût et l’artisanat – Tuesday 14th -
  • Montagrier – en fête – Saturday 18th & Sunday 29th –
  • Mensignac – La Memoire des Humbles – Friday 17th to Sunday 19th – Open air theatre showcasing many different acts including comediens, music & a French adaption of ‘The Full Monty’ for the ladies!
  • Saint-Aulaye – Spectacle Son et Lumière – Friday 17th & Friday 24th – more info to follow!
  • Bourdeilles – Marché producteurs de Pays – Every Wednesday Evening from 6pm on the 17th – local producers evening markets with alternating walks with torches and music – possibility to dine – reservations – 05 53 03 42 96
  • All The Perigord Region – La Félibrée – Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th Every major town and city in the Perigord region celebrates the ‘Langue dOc’ (the occitan language and customs of SW France), promoting it’s traditional activities and uniqueness.  Each year a different  town is chosen to host the celebration with a procession where a queen is elected and  the streets and houses are decorated and traditional costumes worn by the townsfolk.  You will find most villages are decorated during this time whilst holding their own fêtes.  see here
  • Tocane St Apre – Festival des ‘Rencontres Musicales Irlandaises – Sunday 19th to Wednesday 22nd Irish musical festival that lasts all week. see here
  • Bergerac – Music Festival – Tue 18th July – Tue 22nd Aug – The 20th Bergerac Music Festival with exceptional performances and prestigious venues, makes this one of the most unique festivals in the South West of France. see here!
  • Tocane St Apre – Marché Nocturne – Saturday 25th – Night Market
  • Verteillac – Marché Nocturne - Friday 24th – Night Market
  • Douchapt – Raid Val de Dronne – Sunday 26th Multisports adventure trail with 2 man teams. 55km track along the Dronne Valley in a competitive but friendly atmosphere! see here

August

  • Perigueux – Night Markets (Marché nocturne) – Every Wednesday evening during July & August.
  • Grand-Brassac – Concerts and soirées – From beginning June to End of September – Every Saturday    evening at Guinguette de Renamont
  • Brantome – River Jousting – Each Saturday evening
  • Riberac – Live music & bands – Every Tuesday Evening - Free live entertainment whilst dining or just having a drink alfresco on the streets of Riberac
  • Bourdeilles – Marché producteurs de Pays – Every Wednesday Evening from 6pm until the 22nd – local producers evening markets with alternating walks with torches and music – possibility to dine – reservations – 05 53 03 42 96
  • Riberac – Guided Tours of ‘Open Farms’ – Every Tuesday & Sunday – See The Tourist Information Centre in Riberac for more details!
  • Saint-Aulaye – Spectacle Son et Lumière – Friday 7th & Friday 14th – more info to follow!
  • Perigueux – Mimos – Monday 3rd – Saturday 8th - Annual mime festival
  • Riberac – Open-Air Cinema – Mid August! See The Tourist Information Centre in Riberac for more details!
  • Lisle – Féte du la St Roch – Friday 8th to Monday 11th
  • Bergerac – Music Festival – Thu 23rd July – Fri 14th Aug – The 21st Bergerac Music Festival with exceptional performances and prestigious venues, makes this one of the most unique festivals in the South West of France. see here!

September

    Grand-Brassac – Concerts and soirées – From beginning June to End of September – Every Saturday evening at Guinguette de Renamont
  • Bordeaux – Marathon des Châteaux du Medoc – Saturday 12th The winner is awarded with their own body weight in claret!  Takes in 59 vineyards.  2000 places reserved for non-French competitors.  See here for more details!
  • Angoulême – Circuit des Ramparts – 3rd weekend in September Every year Angoulême plays host to this very special motoring event.  The streets in the medieval town are closed to normal traffic and echo to the sound of historic racing cars. see here

October

    November

      Also, throughout the summer months you will find many open-air ‘Brocantes’ (antiques fairs) and ‘VideGreniers’ (car boot sales) around the Dordogne region – see here for dates and venues.!  Great for picking up a genuine French antique or bargain!